Information Security Manager

Primary Purpose of Role
As our Information Security Manager, you’ll own the information security function. You will be the first point of contact for everything from ISMS governance to platform security. You’ll run and evolve an established ISO 27001:2022-aligned programme with real scope to shape it, working directly with our CTO and commercial leadership. It’s a hands-on role for someone ready to step up and build their reputation as a security leader.
Core Accountabilities
Own and improve the ISMS and Risk Management Framework, including governance meetings, annual audits and policy/process documentation
Lead reviews of security policies and procedures, adapting them to business needs and generating new policies where required
Deliver and promote relevant security awareness training and security programs (e.g. phishing simulations)
Own responses to client and prospect RFIs, RFPs and security questionnaires
Partner with the Technology team to strengthen our SaaS platform’s security posture, including secure development practices (e.g. OWASP), infrastructure security and data protection, and help developers understand their security responsibilities
Support the CTO and VP of Engineering in defining and maintaining technical security standards
Build scalable, proactive security processes, making use of tools and AI where appropriate
Experience
5+ years' experience in Information Security, Governance, Risk Management and/or Compliance roles in a technology / financial services setting
Demonstrable experience managing an ISMS in an ISO 27001:2022 aligned environment, including external audits and auditors
Managing budgets and suppliers
Exposure to securing SaaS or cloud-hosted platforms, including secure development practices (e.g. OWASP), infrastructure security and data protection
Experience responding to client security questionnaires, RFIs and RFPs, ideally using automation or managed tooling
Skills
Detailed knowledge of the ISO 27001:2022 standard
Understanding of application and cloud security fundamentals (e.g. OWASP Top 10, secure SDLC) and the ability to translate these for development teams
Excellent administrative skills, including document management, audit management, reporting and presenting (Jira and Confluence beneficial)
Communication skills supporting diverse audiences from external parties to internal technical stakeholders
Process improvement and automation – comfortable using tools and AI to scale security operations
Commercial awareness
Education / Professional Qualifications
Relevant professional certifications are desirable but not required (e.g. ISO 27001:2022 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor, CISSP, CISM, CCSP or cloud security certifications)

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No